Why Didn't You
Claim This Podcastby Terri White
Podcast Overview
<p><br></p><p>Every week, one survivor of sexual violence, tells their story to journalist and author (and survivor) Terri White.</p><br><p>We discuss their personal experience and the reality of the bigger picture around assault and what comes after. </p><br><p>We attempt to combat the myths around assault that cause so much harm. That reveal themselves in questions beginning with three words..."Why Didn't You".</p><br><p>Why didn't you...scream? Fight him off? Dress differently? Leave him? Report to the police? Have proof?</p><br><p>These testimonies reveal the impact of these myths. How they harm women, how they seek to silence and shame. How they play out throughout society, including in the criminal justice system. Of the reality of reporting, taking action, seeking justice in 2023. </p><br><p>This is a podcast where women's stories will be heard. What's yours?</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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9/25/2023
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October 24, 2023
Mia
<p>This week on Why Didn't You, Mia tells her story of surviving rape and exploitation. Mia Döring is a writer and psychotherapist from Dublin, specialising in sexual trauma. She is the author of the brilliant memoir, 'Any Girl', and in this episode, discusses her experiences of rape, grooming and exploitation </p><p>-</p><p><u>Key facts and stats: episode 4</u></p><p>-One in four Irish women have experienced physical and/or sexual violence </p><p><em>Irish Observatory on Violence Against Women </em><a href="nwci.ie/images/uploads/IOVAW_GREVIOS.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nwci.ie/images/uploads/IOVAW_GREVIOS.pdf</a></p><p>-One In five have been raped and more than half experienced sexual violence. 78% know the perpetrator </p><p><em>Central Statistics Office </em> <a href="cso.ie/en/releasesandpublications/ep/p-svsmr/sexualviolencesurvey2022mainresults/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cso.ie/en/releasesandpublications/ep/p-svsmr/sexualviolencesurvey2022mainresults/</a></p><p>-All the below from Rape Crisis Network Ireland <em>rcni.ie/wp-content/uploads/RCNI-Rape-Crisis-Statistics-2020-FINAL.pdf</em></p><p>33% of those whose abuse began between 13 and 17 said it lasted several years. The vast majority abused by a partner/ex-partner.</p><p>65% of survivors didn’t report </p><p>-All the below NSPCC <a href="nspcc.org.uk/about-us/news-opinion/2023/2023-08-14-82-rise-in-online-grooming-crimes-against-children-in-the-last-5-years/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nspcc.org.uk/about-us/news-opinion/2023/2023-08-14-82-rise-in-online-grooming-crimes-against-children-in-the-last-5-years/</a></p><p>Almost 34,000 online grooming crimes against children were recorded in the last 6 years. 6,350 Sexual Communication with a Child offences were recorded last year (2022/23). An 82% increase since 2017/18. Where gender was known, 83% were against girls. </p><p>-There are approx. 72,800 prostitutes in the UK<strong> </strong>— 88% are women </p><p><em>Home Affairs Committee </em><a href="publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201617/cmselect/cmhaff/26/26.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201617/cmselect/cmhaff/26/26.pdf</a></p><p>-More than one in ten British men say they have paid for sex <em>Home Office report </em><a href="assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/842920/Prostitution_and_Sex_Work_Report.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/842920/Prostitution_and_Sex_Work_Report.pdf</a></p><p>-Below from EVE (previously 'exploited voices now educating') <a href="prostitutionresearch.com/men-who-buy-sex-london-2009/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">prostitutionresearch.com/men-who-buy-sex-london-2009/</a></p><p>24% of 'punters' said 'rape' doesn't apply to women in prostitution.</p><p>27% said that the customer is entitled to any act he chooses with the woman he buys.</p><br><p><u>If you are in need of support or advice:</u></p><p>(Grooming) Call Stop it now! – People in the UK and Ireland can call for free on <a href="tel:08081000900" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">0808 1000 900</a> </p><p>NSPCC - <a href="tel:08088005000" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">0808 800 5000</a>, email <a href="mailto:help@nspcc.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">help@nspcc.org.uk</a> or fill in our<a href=" online form." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><a href="online form." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online form.</a></p><p><a href="ruhama.ie/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ruhama.ie/</a> - if impacted by sexual exploitation, prostitution and human trafficking </p><p>Victim Support 0808 1689111 <a href="victimsupport.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">victimsupport.org.uk</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
October 10, 2023
Terri
<p>This week on Why Didn't You, something a little different.</p><br><p>After our first two episodes, listeners (you!) have been curious about the personal experiences of creator & host Terri White. So, in this one-off episode, Terri tells her story - including an incident she's speaking about for the first time and the rape myths she's faced and/or that drive her potty. This ep. covers class, mental heath, assault and child abuse. </p><br><p>This is Terri's testimony. Next week, she'll be back to hearing yours.</p><p>-</p><p><u>Key facts and stats in ep 3 (with sources)</u></p><p>-1 in 6 children have been sexually abused</p><p><a href="https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence</a></p><p> -Sexual offences against children breached 100,000 for the first time in 2021-2022</p><p><a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/651184f5d1933f00129e72d6/episodes/csacentre.org.uk/documents/child-sexual-abuse-in-2021-22-trends-in-official-data/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">csacentre.org.uk/documents/child-sexual-abuse-in-2021-22-trends-in-official-data/</a></p><p>-5 out of 6 children attending sexual assault referral centres in 2021-2022 were female </p><p><a href="csacentre.org.uk/documents/child-sexual-abuse-in-2021-22-trends-in-official-data/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">csacentre.org.uk/documents/child-sexual-abuse-in-2021-22-trends-in-official-data/</a></p><p>-Over a third of all police-recorded sexual offences are against children </p><p><a href="learning.nspcc.org.uk/media/1710/statistics-briefing-child-sexual-abuse.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">learning.nspcc.org.uk/media/1710/statistics-briefing-child-sexual-abuse.pdf</a></p><p>-90% of child abuse victims knew their abuser</p><p><a href="learning.nspcc.org.uk/media/1710/statistics-briefing-child-sexual-abuse.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">learning.nspcc.org.uk/media/1710/statistics-briefing-child-sexual-abuse.pdf</a></p><p>-Poverty and inequality is accepted as a driver of harm to children</p><p><a href="research.hud.ac.uk/media/assets/document/hhs/RelationshipBetweenPovertyChildAbuseandNeglect_Report.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">research.hud.ac.uk/media/assets/document/hhs/RelationshipBetweenPovertyChildAbuseandNeglect_Report.pdf</a></p><p>-There are over 4 million kids living in poverty in the UK. 44% of children in lone-parent families are in poverty</p><p><a href="cpag.org.uk/child-poverty/child-poverty-facts-and-figures" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cpag.org.uk/child-poverty/child-poverty-facts-and-figures</a></p><p>-1 in 10 women believe they've been spiked. 40% of people don't think police would believe them</p><p><a href="yougov.co.uk/society/articles/44863-one-ten-women-say-they-have-had-their-drink-spiked" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">yougov.co.uk/society/articles/44863-one-ten-women-say-they-have-had-their-drink-spiked</a></p><p>-</p><p><u>If you need support or advice:</u></p><p>NSPCC helpline 0808 800 5000 help@NSPCC.org.uk</p><p>ChildLine (under 19) 0800 1111 <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/651184f5d1933f00129e72d6/episodes/childline.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">childline.org.uk</a></p><p>Victim Support 0808 1689111 <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/651184f5d1933f00129e72d6/episodes/victimsupport.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">victimsupport.org.uk</a></p><p>Rape Crisis England & Wales 0808 500 2222 <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/651184f5d1933f00129e72d6/episodes/rapecrisis.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">rapecrisis.org.uk</a></p><p>Rape Crisis Scotland 08088 010302 <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/651184f5d1933f00129e72d6/episodes/rapecrisisscotland.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">rapecrisisscotland.org.uk</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
October 2, 2023
Amber
<p>This week on Why Didn't You, Amber tells her story of surviving sexual assault.</p><br><p>Amber speaks for the very first time about the multiple incidents of sexual violence she's faced in her life. She talks about the difficulties specific to historical offences, what prevents women from reporting and the importance and power of being believed. </p><br><p>-</p><br><p><u>The key facts and stats in episode 2 (with sources)</u></p><p>-1 in 6 children have been sexually abused</p><p><a href="https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence</a></p><p><a href="learning.nspcc.org.uk/media/1710/statistics-briefing-child-sexual-abuse.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">learning.nspcc.org.uk/media/1710/statistics-briefing-child-sexual-abuse.pdf</a></p><p> -Sexual offences against children breached the 100,000 mark for the first time in 2021-2022</p><p><a href="csacentre.org.uk/documents/child-sexual-abuse-in-2021-22-trends-in-official-data/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">csacentre.org.uk/documents/child-sexual-abuse-in-2021-22-trends-in-official-data/</a></p><p> -The majority of adults who experienced sexual abuse as a child did not tell anyone at the time</p><p><a href="csacentre.org.uk/resources/blog/improving-our-response-to-child-sexual-abuse/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">csacentre.org.uk/resources/blog/improving-our-response-to-child-sexual-abuse/</a></p><p> -5 in 6 women who are raped don’t report</p><p><a href="https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence</a></p><p><a href="ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/crimeandjustice/bulletins/sexualoffencesinenglandandwalesoverview/march2020" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/crimeandjustice/bulletins/sexualoffencesinenglandandwalesoverview/march2020</a></p><p> -1 in 2 adult survivors of rape have experienced it more than once</p><p><a href="https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence</a></p><p><a href="ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/crimeandjustice/articles/natureofsexualassaultbyrapeorpenetrationenglandandwales/yearendingmarch2020" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/crimeandjustice/articles/natureofsexualassaultbyrapeorpenetrationenglandandwales/yearendingmarch2020</a></p><p> -Less than two in 100 rapes recorded by the police in 2022 ended that year in a charge, or a conviction</p><p><a href="https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-informed/statistics-sexual-violence</a></p><p><a href="gov.uk/government/statistics/crime-outcomes-in-england-and-wales-year-to-december-2022-data-tables" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">gov.uk/government/statistics/crime-outcomes-in-england-and-wales-year-to-december-2022-data-tables</a></p><br><p>-</p><br><p><u>If you are in need of support or advice:</u></p><p>Victim Support 0808 1689111 <a href=" victimsupport.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">victimsupport.org.uk</a></p><p>Rape Crisis England & Wales 0808 500 2222 <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/651184f5d1933f00129e72d6/episodes/rapecrisis.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">rapecrisis.org.uk</a></p><p>Rape Crisis Scotland 08088 010302 <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/651184f5d1933f00129e72d6/episodes/rapecrisisscotland.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">rapecrisisscotland.org.uk</a></p><p>The NSPCC helpline 0808 800 5000 email help@NSPCC.org.uk</p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Every week, one survivor of sexual violence, tells their story to journalist and author (and survivor) Terri White.</p><br><p>We discuss their personal experience and the reality of the bigger picture around assault and what comes after. </p><br><p>We attempt to combat the myths around assault that cause so much harm. That reveal themselves in questions beginning with three words..."Why Didn't You".</p><br><p>Why didn't you...scream? Fight him off? Dress differently? Leave him? Report to the police? Have proof?</p><br><p>These testimonies reveal the impact of these myths. How they harm women, how they seek to silence and shame. How they play out throughout society, including in the criminal justice system. Of the reality of reporting, taking action, seeking justice in 2023. </p><br><p>This is a podcast where women's stories will be heard. What's yours?</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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